Winter Festival and Events Calendar for 2010-2011
Leavenworth, Washington
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S'mores Roast –
December Friday and Saturday evenings, 7pm -9pm – Roast
marshmallows around the Junction fire pit to make your own s’mores! Must
be at least 12 years old or be accompanied and helped by an adult.
Supplies are available at the Icicle Junction during open hours for just
$3 for two s'mores.
Therapeutic Touch Spa will be OPEN on:
Thanksgiving, 11/24
Christmas eve, 12/24
Christmas day, 12/25
New Years Eve, 12/31
New Years Day, 1/1/12 (opening @11am)
Christmas Lighting Festival
December 02, 2011 - December 04, 2011
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-5807
Our nationally acclaimed Christmas Lighting Festival returns for an
emotional visit to a turn of the century Bavarian Christmas, Holiday
personalities and a ceremonial lighting of the town.www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/
Live Music at the Tumwater Inn & Lounge
December 02, 2011
Time: 9pm-Midnight
Location: 219 9th Street
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-4232
Live music with Kasey Brakes, rock and original sounds.
www.tumwaterinn.com
Matinee Lecture with Temple Grandin
December 02, 2011
Time: See website
Location: 7375 Icicle Rd.
Information: 509-548-6344
Join us for a matinee lecture with Dr. Temple Grandin, author, animal
scientist and autism activist for an evening lecture, “The Importance of
Understanding Different Kinds of Minds". Proceeds benefit Cornerstone
Community Adult Home.
http://www.sleepinglady.com/event-calendar.php?page=december
It's A Wonderful Life
December 03, 2011
Time: 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please.
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Night at the Museum
December 03, 2011
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Location: Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum
Information: 509-548-4573
Enjoy local wine and cheese and guided tours given by the Nutcracker
Lady, Arlene Wagner as seen on the Conan Show. Live music
nutcrackermuseum.com
Christmas Lighting Chili Feed
December 03, 2011
Time: 12pm to 6pm
Location: 423 Evans St., Leavenworth
Fee: $7 adults; $4 Children 12 under
Information: 509-763-2419
Reservations: No
Chili features corn bread with honey & butter, salad, dessert and
coffee. For non-chiliers...we have soup leavenworthsr.com
Icicle Creek Center for the Arts
December 03, 2011
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Fee: See website
Information: 509-548-6347
Opera Caberet, "Ciao Bella" - Public Opera's debut appearance in North
Central Washington. Thrilling operatic highlights of arias, duets, trios
and ensembles from Rigoletto, La Bohème, Don Giovanni and more.
icicle.org
Lantern Parade
December 03, 2011
Time: 5:45
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-5292
The Lantern Parade leaves the Gazebo at 5:45 pm to the Indoor Living
Nativity Presentation which will be held in the Fruit Warehouse. lcn.org
Live Music at the Tumwater Inn & Lounge
December 03, 2011
Time: 9pm-Midnight
Location: 219 9th Street
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-4232
Live music with Kasey Brakes, rock and original sounds.
www.tumwaterinn.com
Live Music at Silvara Vineyards
December 03, 2011
Time: 1-4pm
Location: 77 Stage Rd.
Information: 509-548-1000
Silvara Vineyards will be hosting Guitarist Charlie Solbrig in our
tasting room from 1:00pm- 4:00pm Saturday, December 3rd and Saturday
December, 10th. Please join us this holiday season for a cozy afternoon
of wine and music.
It's A Wonderful Life
December 04, 2011
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Annual Holiday Show
December 04, 2011
Time: 2pm
Location: 201 Riverside Drive, Cashmere
Fee: $3 at door & Pass the Hat
Information: 509-548-1230
Marlin Handbell Ringers performing live in a smoke and alcohol free
setting. cashmerecoffeehouse.com
Marlin Handbell Ringers Performance
December 05, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: 505 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-7000
Great Entertainment at the Best Wwstern PLUS Icicle Inn.
Cost: $12.00 at the door students are $6, "pass the hat" for musicians
with a suggested donation of $8 to $11.
http://www.marlinhandbells.com/concertschedules2011.htm
Marlin Handbell Ringers Performance
December 06, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: 505 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-7000
Great Entertainment at the Best Wwstern PLUS Icicle Inn.
Cost: Sold Out!
http://www.marlinhandbells.com/concertschedules2011.htm
Bronn & Katherine Journey
December 06, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: United Methodist Church, Evans St.
Fee: $15 per person
Information: 509-548-5807
Reservations: Yes
Renowned harpist Bronn Journey's Holiday Concert is a delight for all
ages! Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program providing an
angelic quality for visitors and locals alike.
FREE Evening Piano Concert
December 06, 2011
Time: 7pm
Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-6347
See website for details at icicle.org
Bronn & Katherine Journey
December 07, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: United Methodist Church, Evans St.
Fee: $15 per person
Information: 509-548-5807
Reservations: Yes
Renowned harpist Bronn Journey's Holdiay Concert is a delight for all
ages! Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program providing an
angelic quality for visitors & locals alike.
Village Voices Christmas Concert
December 08, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Church of the Nazarene, Ski Hill Rd.
Fee: adults $14/ students $12
Information: 509-548-8058
Reservations: Preferred
Christmas in the Mountains; Christmas is A-Comin' annual Christmas
concert series. Come join in the spirit. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
Christmas Lighting Festival
December 09, 2011 - December 11, 2011
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-5807
Our nationally acclaimed Christmas Lighting Festival returns for an
emotional visit to a turn of the century Bavarian Christmas, Holiday
personalities and a ceremonial lighting of the town.
www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/
Village Voices Christmas Conert
December 09, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Church of the Nazarene, Ski Hill Rd.
Fee: adults $14/ students $12
Information: 509-548-9797
Reservations: Preferred
Christmas in the Mountains; Christmas is A-Comin' annual Christmas
concert series. Come join in the spirit. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
It's A Wonderful Life
December 09, 2011
Time: 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
It's A Wonderful Life
December 10, 2011
Time: 1:00pm & 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Night at the Museum
December 10, 2011
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Location: Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum
Information: 509-548-4573
Enjoy local wine and cheese and guided tours given by the Nutcracker
Lady, Arlene Wagner as seen on the Conan Show. Live music
nutcrackermuseum.com
Christmas Lighting Chili Feed
December 10, 2011
Time: 12pm to 6pm
Location: 423 Evans St., Leavenworth
Fee: $7 adults; $4 Children 12 under
Information: 763-2419
Reservations: No
Chili features corn bread with honey & butter, salad, dessert and
coffee. For non-chilier's we have soup leavenworthsr.com
Icicle Creek Center for the Arts
December 10, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Fee: $10-$20 per person
Information: 509-548-6347
Icicle Creek Piano Trio concert showcase. Christmas concert: A special
concert of festival classics and holiday favorites. icicle.org
Lantern Parade
December 10, 2011
Time: 5:45 pm
Location: 111 Ski Hill Dr.
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-5292
The Lantern Parade leaves the Gazebo at 5:45 pm to the Indoor Living
Nativity Presentation which will be held in the Fruit Warehouse. lcn.org
Live Music at Silvara Vineyards
December 10, 2011
Time: 1-4pm
Location: 77 Stage Rd.
Information: 509-548-1000
Silvara Vineyards will be hosting Guitarist Charlie Solbrig in our
tasting room from 1:00pm- 4:00pm Saturday, December 3rd and Saturday
December, 10th. Please join us this holiday season for a cozy afternoon
of wine and music.
It's A Wonderful Life
December 11, 2011
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Village Voices Christmas Concert
December 12, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Church of the Nazarene, Ski Hill Rd.
Fee: adults $14/ students $12
Information: 509-548-8058
Reservations: Preferred
Christmas in the Mountains; Christmas is A-Comin' annual Christmas
concert series. Come join in the spirit. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
Marlin Handbell Ringers Performance
December 14, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: 505 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-7000
Great Entertainment at the Best Wwstern PLUS Icicle Inn.
Cost: $12.00 at the door and $6 for students, "pass the hat" for musicians
with a suggested donation of $8 to $11.
http://www.marlinhandbells.com/concertschedules2011.htm
Village Voices Christmas Concert
December 13, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Church of the Nazarene, Ski Hill Rd.
Fee: adults $14/ students $12
Information: 509-548-8058
Reservations: Preferred
Christmas in the Mountains; Christmas is A-Comin' annual Christmas
concert series. Come join in the spirit. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
Bronn and Katherine Journey
December 13, 2011
Time: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Location: United Methodist Church, Evans St.
Fee: $15 per person
Information: 509-548-5807
Reservations: Yes
Renowned harpist Bronn Journey's Holiday Concert is a delight for all
ages! Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program providing an
angelic quality for visitors and locals alike.
Marlin Handbell Ringers Performance
December 14, 2011
Time: 7:30pm
Location: 505 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-7000
Great Entertainment at the Best Wwstern PLUS Icicle Inn.
Cost: $3.00 at the door, "pass the hat" for musicians
with a suggested donation of $8 to $11.
http://www.marlinhandbells.com/concertschedules2011.htm
Bronn & Katherine Journey
December 14, 2011
Time: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Location: United Methodist Church, Evans St.
Fee: $15 per person
Information: 509-548-5807
Reservations: Yes
Renowned harpist Bronn Journey's Holiday Concert is a delight for all
ages! Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program providing an
angelic quality for visitors and locals alike.
Christmas Lighting Festival
December 16, 2011 - December 18, 2011
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Information: 509-548-5807
Our nationally acclaimed Christmas Lighting Festival returns for an
emotional visit to a turn of the century Bavarian Christmas, Holiday
personalities and a ceremonial lighting of the town.
www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/
It's A Wonderful Life
December 16, 2011
Time: 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Night at the Museum
December 17, 2011
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Location: Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum
Information: 509-548-4573
Enjoy local wines and cheese and guided tours given by the Nutcracker
Lady, Arlene Wagner as seen on the Conan Show. Live music
nutcrackermuseum.com
It's A Wonderful Life
December 17, 2011
Time: 1:00pm & 8:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Icicle Creek Center for the Arts
December 17, 2011
Time: 2pm-7:30pm
Location: 7409 Icicle Road
Fee: See website
Information: 509-548-6347
Celtic Christmas, an evening of contemporary Celtic music celebrating
the season of Christmas. icicle.org
Lantern Parade
December 17, 2011
Time: 5:45 pm
Location: 111 Ski Hill Dr.
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-5292
The Lantern Parade leaves the Gazebo at 5:45 pm to the Indoor Living
Nativity Presentation which will be held in the Fruit Warehouse. lcn.org
It's A Wonderful Life
December 18, 2011
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Downtown Festhalle Theater
Fee: $16 & $20
Information: 509-548-2000
Reservations: Preferred
It's a Wonderful Life! It's a Wonderful Love! Live theater one block
from Christmas Lighting. Age 5 and over please
leavenworthsummertheater.org
Outdoor Living Nativity Presentation
December 22, 2011 - December 24, 2011
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: 111 Ski Hill Dr.
Fee: Free
Information: 509-548-5292
The Nazarene Church will be offering their Outdoor Living Nativity
Presentation at 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm and 8:30pm. For more information go to
lcn.org
Vineyard Snowshoe & Dinner
December 26, 2011
Time: 4:30pm
Location: Icicle Ridge Winery
Fee: $65
Information: 509-548-7019
Journey into a breathtaking winter wonderland with a guided vineyard
snowshoe trek w/ Winemaker Don Wood. Ending with fireside dinner at log
home winery by Smokeblossom.
www.icicleridgewinery.com
J. J. Hills Fresh Grill Christmas Eve
December 24
http://www.jjhillsrestaurant.com
509-548-7000
J. J. Hills Restaurant will be open with regular menu from 4pm until 7pm
only.
Christmas Traditions at J. J. Hills Fresh Grill - Christmas Dinner
Buffet
Decebmer 25
http://www.jjhillsrestaurant.com
Reservations: Required
800-961-0162 - ask for Christmas Dinner Reservations
Fee: Adults: 29.95, Children six to ten 15.95, three to five 9.95, two
and under are free.
Please call (800) 961-0162 and ask for Christmas Dinner reservations.
Seating times are available by reservation only at 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and
7pm. Please allow 24 hours for response.
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Location: Sleeping Lady/Canyon Wren Recital Hall
Information: 509-548-6347 ext 407
Icicle Creek Music Center 6th Annual Piano Festival marks the
culmination of a week of dedicated work by Piano Festival faculty and
young artists. www.icicle.org
Time: Check in at noon
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts an 81-year old tradition. Come
participate in the Ski Jumping Tourney at the historic Leavenworth Ski
Hill. www.skileavenworth.com
Time: 12 noon to 3pm
Location: Icicle River Trail, Leavenworth
Check out our free ski equipment, Nordic lessons and trail passes. Take
mini ski lessons in classic or skating techniques. Enjoy refreshments
and try out new gear.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: TBD
Location: Sleeping Lady/Steven's Pass
Fee: See website for details
Information: 509-548-5823
Reservations: Y
Northwest Mountain School - This 2.5 day course focuses on avalanche
terrain recognition and selection, & companion rescue.
www.mountainschool.com
Time: TBA
Location: Downtown and Ski Hill
Information: 509-548-5807
Reservations: N
The year's first festival activity, with the brisk freshness of winter.
Shake out the snow and ice, if only momentarily, to smoosh, sweep, and
sculpt your way into family fun. Enjoy our own Ski Hill for demos,
tubing and a host of other actiivities.
Time: 9:30am
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
KOHO Radio hosts the annual "Pros vs. Joes" Chili Cook Off at the
Leavenworth Ski Hill. Broadcasting music at the base area for those
folks tubing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: Check-in 8am
Location: Leavenworth Golf Course
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts the annual Skirennen Citizen Race.
Pre-registration deadline - January 5, 2011. 1K, 2K, 5K, 10K races.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: 10am to 2pm
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts the Ice Fest Snowshoe Demo at Ski
Hill. Free snowshoe demos will be available on a special trail.
Bonfires, relay races every 1/2 hour, starting at 10:30am.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: Registration at 5pm
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts Nissebakken a telemark race at the
Ski Hill. If you can drop a knee, you can participate in this giant
slalom race of two runs. Awards and BBQ follow in the lodge.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: 8am
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club will be hosting the Bavarian Cup
Nordic Ski Race this year at Ski Hill. The race is focused on
competitive junior and adult skiers from across the region.
www.skileavenworth.com
Information: 509-888-6240 or 509-782-0708
Columbia Cascade Winery Association Wineries and local restaurants
present outstanding wines and gourmet food for you to sample.
www.columbiacascadewines.com
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Time: 11am
Location: Bakke Hill, Leavenworth
Fee: $10pp or $25 per family
The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts The Bakke Cup, a 3-event
competition located at Bakke Hill, site of the National Ski Jump
Championships in 1941, 1959, 1967, 1974 and 1978.
www.skileavenworth.com
Time: 9:30
Location: Icicle River Trails, Leavenworth
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts this WOMENS only fundraiser at the
Icicle River Trails. This 8km event is great for skiers of all
abilities. Fundraiser for Breast Cancer.
www.skileavenworth.com
Silvara Winery - Murder Mystery Mayhem
February 10, 2011
Time: 6pm to 9:30pm
Location: Silvara Winery, Leavenworth
Fee: $50 for members; $60 nonmembers
Information: 509-548-1000
Till Death Do us Part - As family and friends come together...one of the
guests will be murdered! You and your guests are left to solve the
crime.... www.silvarawine.com
Red Wine and Chocolate
February 11, 2011 - February 15, 2011
Location: Multiple
Information: 509-782-0708
Reservations: N
The Columbia Cascade Winery Association and its Wineries invite you to
visit our Wineries and sample some "Great Wines and Decadent Chocolate".
www.columbiacascadewines.com
Wine and Chocolate in Leavenworth
February 11, 2011 - February 14, 2011
Time: Noon to 6pm
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Fee: Varies at each location
Information: 509-548-5807
Taste wine and chocolate in Leavenworth. Downtown Leavenworth tasting
rooms and wineries.
www.visitwashingtonfarms.com
Carnival Day
February 12, 2011
Location: Ski Hill, Leavenworth
Fee: Free
Carnival Day is a Leavenworth Ski Hill tradition that celebrates the fun
of the winter season. Free activities include: Kids Obstacle Course,
Face Painting and more.
www.skileavenworth.com
Red Wine and Chocolate
February 18, 2011 - February 21, 2011
Location: Multiple
Information: 509-782-0708
Reservations: N
The Columbia Cascade Winery Association and its Wineries invite you to
visit our Wineries and sample some "Great Wines and Decadent Chocolate".
www.columbiacascadewines.com
Hog Loppet Ski Trek
February 26, 2011
Time: 7:30am
Location: Mission Ridge to Blewett Pass
Leavenworth Winter Sports Club hosts Hog Loppet, a non-competitive 30 km
Ski Trek from the top of Mission Ridge Ski Area to Blewett Pass. It is
not an event for first time skiers.
www.skileavenworth.com
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Time: 6:30pm
Location: 11025 Chumstick Highway
Information: 509-548-4331
'Dare to be a Daniel', open to all youth 7th-12th grade. Held each
Thursday evening at Cascade Mountain Bible Church.
www.cmbiblechurch.org
Time: Wednesdays 6:30-8:15
Location: 11025 Chumstick Highway
Information: 509-548-4331
Because kids matter to God. if you attended last year, bring your AWANA
book, your Bible and wear your uniform, bring a friend!
cmbiblechurch.org
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche course
March 04, 2011 - March 06, 2011
Location: Sleeping Lady/Steven's Pass
Fee: See website for details
Information: 509-548-5823
Reservations: Y
Northwest Mountain School - This 2.5 day course focuses on avalanche
terrain recognition and selection, & companion rescue.
www.mountainschool.com
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Information courtesy Leavenworth Chamber
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